Thailand news: current events and interesting facts

Starting October 31, 2024, "Aeroflot" will begin offering direct flights from St. Petersburg to Bangkok, flying twice a week and providing residents with convenient access to Thailand.

September 2024 will be a vibrant month in Thailand, full of exciting festivals and events that will delight both locals and tourists. From music festivals to art exhibitions, from sports competitions to cultural celebrations—there’s something for everyone. 

Thai authorities have decided on a permanent 60-day visa-free entry for Russian citizens. This measure was approved by Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and has come into effect indefinitely.

Thai Prime Minister Sretta Taweesin has announced plans to upgrade the country's airports to international standards to make Thailand a regional aviation hub.

Tesla, a pioneer in the electric vehicle industry, sees Thailand as a strategic platform to expand its presence in the Asian region. The company is in talks with the kingdom's authorities about the possibility of building a new manufacturing complex that will produce both electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries.

Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor has opened an electric car manufacturing plant in Thailand.

Thailand is taking measures to cut taxes on alcohol and entertainment to attract more tourists

In 2023, there are 9 new air carriers in Thailand. Passenger traffic is expected to reach the pre-pandemic level of 160 million by 2024.

The demand of foreigners for real estate in Thailand shows rapid growth. The excitement is especially high in the segment of elite real estate in tourist cities.

Demand for luxury housing in Phuket is growing thanks to Russians. Developers are actively building new villas.

Experts see an increase in foreign buyers' activity in Thailand's real estate market in 2023 after a downturn due to the pandemic. There is an increase in the number of transactions and their value.

Analyzing the impact of visa abolition on the inflow of Chinese investors and demand for condominiums in Thailand

The Thai government has officially announced its intention to join BRICS. This move aims to strengthen international cooperation and economic ties with rapidly developing economies.

The process of selecting Thailand's new prime minister faces new obstacles

Thousands of people protested in Bangkok on Sunday. Participants called for the approval of the prime minister from the party that won the election.

Finance Minister Arkom Termpitthayapaisit said on Monday that the formation of a new coalition government will take some time.

In the mysterious caves of Thailand, a unique species of snakes has been discovered, sparking interest among researchers worldwide.

In Thailand's Lopburi province, macaque crab-eating monkeys have become a real headache for local residents and authorities. These animals are aggressive, attacking people and taking away their belongings.

In the Thai province of Chiang Mai, a landmark farm has purchased a unique albino buffalo for a whopping 500,000 dollars.

Find out how Thai authorities are trying to solve the problem of aggressive macaques in the city of Lopburi, while balancing the safety of residents and a unique cultural tradition.

In honor of Queen Suthida's birthday on June 3, zoos across Thailand offered free admission to children under 12. This event attracted many families and was part of the national celebrations.

In 2024, Thailand is taking new steps to step up the fight against foreign criminals to improve security and protect its citizens and tourists. The Government is introducing strict measures and campaigns to identify and deport those involved in criminal activities.

Thailand is facing an unprecedented challenge amid rapid climate change and increasing incidences of extreme heat. Scientists are sounding the alarm.

On the picturesque island of Koh Samui, law enforcement authorities conducted a large-scale operation to suppress the activities of an illegal cosmetic clinic. It turned out that under the guise of a beauty salon there was an illegal medical facility that was carrying out dangerous procedures without the relevant permits and licenses.

The Pattaya Pride Festival will be held June 21-23, 2024 at Pattaya's Central Square. The main highlight will be the pride parade scheduled for June 22 at 4:00 am.

Two significant cultural artefacts, stolen nearly fifty years ago, have been returned to Thailand. The Golden Boy and Kneeling Lady arrived at Suvarnabhumi Airport, where they will be celebrated in a special ceremony.

This year, the celebration of the Buddhist New Year Songkran in Thailand will last for three weeks. This decision was made by the Thai authorities after the holiday traditions were included in the UNESCO list.

One of the most prestigious international film festivals in the world, the 76th Cannes Film Festival takes place May 16-27 in France.

The incidence of dangerous dengue fever is rapidly increasing in Thailand. In January alone, more than 8,000 cases were recorded across the country. The epidemic covered mainly children and residents of the southern regions.

On January 17, 2023, a powerful explosion occurred at a fireworks factory in Thailand. 23 people were killed. The authorities will pay compensation to the families of the victims and tighten control over manufacturers of pyrotechnics.

Although all passengers were rescued, this event forced the island authorities to pay more attention to the safety of marine excursions.

Thai authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances of the explosion at the fireworks factory.